Parsons Corporation
Multinational technology‑driven engineering and infrastructure firm serving government and private sectors.
UAS Integration Engineer
Design, test, operate UAS platforms and support Counter-UAS missions as senior pilot/engineer.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Design, build, test, and operate UAS test platforms and experimental payloads for Counter‑UAS missions. • Lead engineering product development, including scope definition, budgeting, scheduling, and status reporting. • Produce calculations, drawings, procurement documents, design packages, and technical reports. • Provide technical guidance to CAD designers, drafters, and junior engineers. • Conduct requirements analysis, interface definition, and system validation. • Identify emerging UAS technologies for evaluation. • Install, configure, test, maintain, and operate electronic warfare systems, radars, and EO/IR cameras. • Fly, test, and repair various unmanned aircraft systems, supporting C‑UAS demonstrations and training. • Plan missions with software, instruct personnel, maintain flight logs, and generate after‑action reports.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸uas platform
- ▸product development
- ▸technical documentation
- ▸requirements analysis
- ▸electronic warfare
- ▸uav ops
What You Bring
Parsons seeks a talented Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Integration Engineer to serve as an advanced Remote Pilot in Command. The engineer will design, build, test, and operate UAS test platforms, command‑and‑control links, and experimental payloads supporting U.S. Government Counter‑UAS testing and missions. Responsibilities include overseeing engineering products, creating technical documentation, and guiding junior staff. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field with at least five years of relevant experience (or nine years without a degree) and possess an FAA Part 107 certification. Required skills include strong written and verbal communication, basic mechanical and tool proficiency, and a foundational understanding of RF theory, communications, GPS, and electronic countermeasure systems. Travel up to 30% of the time, including overseas and high‑threat environments, is expected. Desired qualifications include basic engineering experience and certifications, advanced remote pilot‑in‑command expertise, and technical proficiency in UAS engineering and maintenance. The role demands adaptability, mission focus, and the ability to thrive in austere or dynamic deployment conditions. An active Secret security clearance is mandatory. • Hold a Bachelor’s in Engineering (or related field) with 5+ years experience or 9+ years related work; FAA Part 107 certification. • Possess basic mechanical skills, tool experience, and understanding of RF theory, communications, GPS, and electronic countermeasure systems. • Ability to travel up to 30%, including overseas and high‑threat environments. • Active Secret security clearance required. • Advanced remote pilot‑in‑command experience and proficiency in UAS maintenance preferred.
Requirements
- ▸engineering degree
- ▸5+ years
- ▸part 107
- ▸rf knowledge
- ▸uas maintenance
- ▸secret clearance
Benefits
Parsons offers a salary range of $72,900 – $127,600 and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays. The company promotes a culture of excellence, close‑knit teams, and endless growth opportunities, and it is an equal‑opportunity employer.
Work Environment
Onsite